Mastering Pronoun-Antecedent Agreement Errors

What is the primary function of pronouns in writing?

• To replace verbs

• To replace adjectives

• To replace adverbs

• To replace nouns

In the sentence 'Marie showed me her antique wedding band,' what is the antecedent of 'her'?

• Me

• Antique

• Wedding band

• Marie

Which of the following sentences correctly follows the rule of pronoun-antecedent agreement?

• Students must bring his or her own supplies.

• Students must bring their own supplies.

• A student must bring their own supplies.

• A student must bring their own supply.

Which of the following sentences contains a pronoun-antecedent agreement error?

• Karen walked her dog.

• The students finished their homework.

• A person should always do their best.

• Each of the players has his own locker.

Which of the following is an example of an indefinite pronoun?

• We

• Someone

• They

• He

How should the sentence 'Somebody left their bag in class' be corrected?

• Somebody left its bag in class.

• Somebody left his or her bag in class.

• Somebody left their bags in class.

• Somebody left his bag in class.

In the sentence 'Each of these computers has its drawbacks,' what is the antecedent of 'its'?

• Computers

• Each

• Drawbacks

• These

Which pronoun correctly completes the sentence: 'Anyone who wants to be a firefighter will need to be in top physical condition to pass ____ physical examination'?

• its

• his

• his or her

• their

What is a recommended strategy to avoid pronoun-antecedent agreement errors?

• Use singular references whenever possible

• Always use 'he or she'

• Avoid using pronouns

• Use plural references whenever possible

How should the sentence 'A student who wants to work outdoors should choose to be a fish and game warden but they should be prepared to major in wildlife management' be corrected?

• A student who wants to work outdoors should choose to be a fish and game warden but it should be prepared to major in wildlife management.

• Students who want to work outdoors should choose to be fish and game wardens but they should be prepared to major in wildlife management.

• A student who wants to work outdoors should choose to be a fish and game warden but she should be prepared to major in wildlife management.

• A student who wants to work outdoors should choose to be a fish and game warden but he should be prepared to major in wildlife management.